2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |